Description
The website provides information on the use of isoflavones for the treatment of menopausal symptoms, suppression of osteoporosis, and prevention of cancer. It is not known if isoflavones are safe during pregnancy or lactation.
PHARMACOLOGICAL ACTION
Source of plant oestrogens which may on the one hand suppress oestrogenic action in women with excessive oestrogen activity; on the other hand it may provide some oestrogen activity in those with very low levels of oestrogen (e.g. post-menopausal women)
INDICATIONS
Treatment of menopausal symptoms, suppression of osteoporosis, prevention of cancer.
CONTRA INDICATIONS
1. Patients undergoing radiotherapy
2. Patients with low thyroid function
WARNINGS
Do not use during pregnancy or lactation and in patients with thyroid problems. Always consult your health professional if you are seriously ill.
INTERACTIONS
None reported.
PREGNANCY AND LACTATION
Insufficient reliable information Do not use during pregnancy or lactation.
DOSAGE AND DIRECTIONS OF USE
Take one capsule per day, preferably with a meal.
SIDE EFFECTS AND SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
No serious side effects have been described
KNOWN SYMPTOMS OF OVERDOSE AND PARTICULARS OF ITS TREATMENT
None described
The contents of the Knysna Health website shall not be regarded as medical advice, or a basis from which to make medical decisions. The use of information found on this site is completely your responsibility and at your own risk. Our recommendation is that if you have health concerns that you feel unsure about how to deal with, that you contact your trusted health professional for personalized advice.
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